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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1896
Page
4
Public sentiment has doubted intentional wrongdoing by Democratic city committee members in Boston. If fraud exists it should be exposed, as the matter has become so tangled that it may be best to illuminate it fully for all concerned.
In the first four months of the municipal year Boston city paid the West End Street Railway Company between 9000 and 10000 for employees' tickets across departments. A request for free transfers by a single customer was opposed as an impertinence.
The Boston Herald notes public support for free transfers, argues opposition was self serving, and suggests the bill's defeat may boost the reform movement. It states many cities have free transfers, deeming the system practical and beneficial, and criticizes the Herald for late enthusiasm.
Senator Lodge leads a call from St Louis for the gold standard and sound money, urging both parties to present strong candidates and platforms. The Post backs robust, clear positions in Chicago and St Louis, arguing that party unity on sound money would spur business revival and prosperity regardless of outcome.
Democratic party leaders report over 600 silver delegates pledged for Chicago among 918 total at the convention but recent state votes from Connecticut Maryland and Minnesota favor sound money. New York will oppose silver inflation with 72 votes, Wisconsin and Delaware add 30, eroding the two thirds silver majority and bolstering sound money Democrats in a battle for Democratic principle and public welfare.
The Supreme Court ruling clarifies that city governments hold no vested rights against state actions. It notes city duties can be imposed without council consent, potentially costing millions. The piece urges referendum as a remedy and credits New Jersey's constitutional support for special acts affecting municipalities.
The text advocates giving cities greater control by requiring all legislation affecting local self government to be submitted to the people of the municipality. It cites Massachusetts traditions and platforms of major parties and cites Governor Greenhalge as endorsing this approach.
The business scene shows a cautious pause awaiting decisive party declarations on sound money or free silver inflation. Trade waits for the political platforms to declare, hoping for prosperity from two sound money candidates.
A daily quotation attributed to Socrates from around 470 B C invites readers to become what they wish to be. The message emphasizes self-improvement through aligning actions with desired character.
The Observant Citizen reports on a legal precendent in New York where a cyclist’s wheel acts as bail, a severe June storm at Nantasket Beach, damage to Beacon Hill homes, parish politics around S R Fuller, Harvey Watkins’ birthday, a proposed East Boston shelter, a new arc light on Eastern Avenue, flaws in pension papers wording, damp June Sundays, New York stock losses from a Saturday gale, and a Paris style station naming idea. It also notes A E Sproul expanding in ad space and the growing ad business.
The Post expands wants ads from one to about three columns, all prepaid, as readers and advertisers respond to the growing market. The feature proves satisfactory to advertisers with repeat orders, and the paper cites its large circulation as a natural medium for this class.
In a once thriving mining camp Denbys Find declines after Cripple Creek wealth shifts, ended by a fatal stagecoach shooting. Bob Wheatley confesses to killing Arthur Traynor in self defense, recounting a tale of lost wife Dora and child, leading to a jury verdict of not guilty as providence.
A Glasgow despatch describes dire outcomes from city ownership of utilities and predicts after January 1897 no taxes on real estate. The writer contrasts American tax freedom with Glasgow’s approach, praising U S methods and urging public critique.
A Boston Herald column argues public sentiment favors free transfers from the West End Street Railway Company, noting stronger Senate corporate influence and predicting a metropolitan vote would likely favor change. The piece urges directors to heed this apparent shift in opinion and act accordingly.
The writer argues a public inquiry into free transfers on Boston street railways, funded by the West End company and conducted by the railroad commissioners or appointed experts, could settle cost feasibility and waste. A neutral report might influence public opinion and legislative action either toward or against free transfers, depending on whether data support the change.
Mayor Quincy asks Aldermen to decide if bonds up to 300000 should be issued within the debt limit for the new southern depot, for five years outside the limit or over thirty years. The issue was laid over one week while other measures pass.
Thomas A. Whalen, the mayor’s nominee for superintendent of printing, is a 35-year-old South Boston native educated in public schools. He entered printing early, partnered with Charles J. Miller at 9 Hayward Place, then moved to 34 and 36 Beach Street as the business grew. He is active in the Boston Typographical Union and several fraternal groups.
In a lively 186 era column, the writer recalls crossing a new East Boston ferry after a sign at the old draw indicated a three cent fare. He narrates the awkward payment moment, boarding in Chelsea, the boat ride, and the rapid docking as spectators cheer the service by a great corporation, dated June 15, 186.
At the H L Pierce School in Dorchester the Bailey street annex for young students faced a diphtheria scare after a pupil with a nose bleed started illness that spread to about eighteen or twenty children. One death occurred from complications. Superintendent Warren ordered fumigation. no evidence supports teachers' alleged unilateral dismissals or protests.
The Supreme Court full bench rules the subway act constitutional. The bill by taxable city inhabitants to stop the work and shield the Public Garden is dismissed. Chief Justice Field dissents on one point: the act may not authorize subway parts in the Public Garden.
London June 15 Conservative and Unionist members met at the Foreign Office to discuss the parliamentary situation. Arthur Balfour urged expediting business and proposed adjourning Aug 14 and resuming Jan 13 without prorogation, affirming the government’s programme remains unchanged.
John Carter aged 54 head cook for Mrs Atkinson on Washington street Everett died at his residence 103 Broadway Everett Sunday morning He was a member of Plymouth Rock Lodge 2 of OT He leaves a wife six sons and seven daughters Funeral will be from Congregational Church on Cortland street Everett at 2 pm today.
A dated menu lists BANANAS AND MILK BAKED EGGS ON TOAST LETTUCE DOUGHNUTS HOT RAISED BISCUIT COFFEE AT DINNER BOILED HAM NEW POTATOES SPINACH ASPARAGUS WHITE BREAD TAPIOCA PUDDING ICED TEA SUPPER.
A reader recounts the decline of linen lawn fabrics as spots spread on gowns and linger with time. The piece notes fashion fatigue despite ongoing demand among fashionable women, suggesting the material’s popularity is waning while still prevalent in wardrobes.
A fashionable modiste in New York is creating a gown for a pet of fashion from a novel French design. The delicate green organdie features orchids and heliotrope accents with pleated panels and ribbon trims. The bodice combines flowered and plain organdie with airy puffed sleeves and an orchid hat.
A pretty home wedding was held at 73 Sterling street Roxbury uniting Miss Jennie S Calder and George Fox of Somerville. The ceremony was followed by a reception with many relatives and friends. The couple will tour the Canadian Provinces and then reside in Somerville.
Edward F McKenna a prominent East Boston youth will marry Frieda Snyder a Roxbury society woman tonight The ceremony will be held at the Snyder family residence in Roxbury with many friends invited to attend.
A poem-like piece extols the St Louis convention and the rise of a strong, united movement. It lauds a grand banner reading mckinley-purity-HANNA and proclaims democracy emboldened by the new crusaders. The author imagines St Louis shedding reproach as the nation witnesses a decisive political shift.
June 15 in North Adams Edward Ryan 20 a flagman on a Fitchburg freight train slipped between a car and the engine at Hoosac Tunnel. The train passed over his left leg and he was taken to the hospital in North Adams where doctors amputated the limb.
In Municipal Criminal Court Judge Hardy fined William Collings $20 for driving a horse to death after a Lynn to city trip at an unreasonable speed. The animal died shortly after arrival. Michael Finnerty, who also traveled from Lynn, was discharged.
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